Israeli soldier killed in car ramming attack by Palestinian

Israeli soldier killed in car ramming attack by Palestinian

A Palestinian truck driver, 41, rammed his vehicle into Israeli soldiers at a checkpoint and was later 'neutralised'. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/31/israeli-soldier-killed-in-car-ramming-attack-by-palestinian?traffic_source=rss

Bankman-Fried ‘subsisting on bread and water’ in jail, lawyer says

The former cryptocurrency tycoon is also running low on medications to treat ADHD and depression. https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/8/22/bankman-fried-subsisting-on-bread-and-water-in-jail-lawyer-says

Russia unleashes strikes against Ukraine; Kyiv targets Crimea bridge

Moscow and Kyiv step up retaliatory attacks as Ukraine seeks to dislodge Russian forces in the country's south and east. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/6/russia-unleashes-strikes-against-ukraine-kyiv-targets-crimea-bridge

Relief for Anwar as Malaysians back status quo in ‘nail-biting’ state polls

Political blocs split victories in regional polls, but opposition makes gains in challenge for ruling coalition. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/13/nail-biting-win-for-malaysias-anwar-as-state-elections-retain-status-quo

Russia says destroyed 42 Ukraine-launched drones over Crimea

Kyiv has promised to retake the peninsula, which was annexed by Moscow in 2014. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/25/russia-says-destroyed-42-ukraine-launched-drones-over-crimea

India lodges protest with China over map claiming border territory

Diplomatic protest follows map showing Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin plateau as Chinese territory. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/30/india-lodges-protest-with-china-over-map-claiming-border-territory?traffic_source=rss

Al Jazeera slams naming of its journalists on Egypt ‘terror’ list

Al Jazeera Media Network denounces the Egyptian move to reinstate a number of its journalists on 'terror' list. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/7/25/al-jazeera-slams-naming-of-its-journalists-on-egypt-terror-list

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 542

As the war enters its 542nd day, these are the main developments. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/19/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-542

Saudi Arabia considering Chinese bid to build nuclear plant, report says

Chinese bid proposes nuclear plant near the border with Qatar and UAE, according to Wall Street Journal report. https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/8/25/saudi-arabia-considering-chinese-bid-to-build-nuclear-plant-report-says

US will train Ukrainian pilots to fly F-16s from next month

Fighters will boost Ukrainian air defences as soldiers face tough battles against Russians on eastern front lines. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/25/us-will-train-ukrainian-pilots-to-fly-f-16s-from-next-month

US appeals court upholds limits on access to abortion pill mifepristone

The latest ruling over mifepristone's FDA approval is likely to send the pill's fate to the US Supreme Court. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/16/us-appeals-court-upholds-limits-on-access-to-abortion-pill-mifepristone

Five must-see films on the unsung heroes of women’s football

These powerful stories of women breaking ground on and off the pitch are the best antidote to World Cup withdrawal. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/21/five-must-see-films-on-the-unsung-heroes-of-womens-football

Japan set to decide on Fukushima water discharge on Tuesday

Gov't to decide when to begin discharge of treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the ocean. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/21/japan-set-to-decide-on-fukushima-water-discharge-on-tuesday

Russia’s Lavrov says West needs continual reminder of risks of nuclear war

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov says US and NATO risk 'a situation of direct armed confrontation of nuclear powers'. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/19/russias-lavrov-says-west-needs-continual-reminder-of-risks-of-nuclear-war

Putin not pushing Belarus to join Ukraine war, Lukashenko says

Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko says Russian leader has achieved 'goals' in Ukraine and now time to negotiate. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/18/putin-not-pushing-belarus-to-join-ukraine-war-lukashenko-says

Who was Fernando Villavicencio, presidential hopeful shot dead in Ecuador?

Killing of Villavicencio, former journalist and union member who pledged to fight corruption, comes days ahead of vote. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/10/who-was-fernando-villavicencio-presidential-hopeful-shot-dead-in-ecuador

China military drills send ‘stern warning’ to Taiwan after US visit

Chinese People's Liberation Army exercises were expected following Taiwan Vice President William Lai's stopover in US. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/19/china-launches-military-drills-in-stern-warning-to-taiwan-after-us-visit

UN says N Korea expanding military programmes while people suffer

First discussion of isolated country's human rights in six years draws anger from Russia and China. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/18/un-says-n-korea-expanding-military-programmes-while-people-suffer

Heavy rain, gusts as Typhoon Doksuri makes China landfall

Doksuri, the second typhoon to make landfall in China in less than two weeks, will move north. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/7/28/heavy-rain-gusts-as-typhoon-doksuri-makes-china-landfall

Arsenal beats Man City in penalty shootout to win Community Shield

The Gunners beat City 4-1 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw at London's Wembley Stadium. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/6/arsenal-beats-man-city-in-penalty-shootout-to-win-community-shield

Bangladeshi religious leader buried after violent protests

Mass demonstrations erupted after Delwar Hossain Sayedee died in prison from a heart attack. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/15/bangladeshi-religious-leader-buried-after-violent-protests

Colonialism and the Niger Coup

The military leaders of Niger can count on Nigeriens’ support thanks to anti-colonial sentiment — but for how long? https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/8/13/history-illustrated-colonialism-the-niger-coup

Canadian rapper Tory Lanez gets 10 years for Megan Thee Stallion shooting

Megan Thee Stallion testified that Lanez fired gun at her feet and shouted for her to dance following argument in 2020. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/9/canadian-rapper-tory-lanez-gets-10-years-for-megan-thee-stallion-shooting

Jennifer McClellan Wins in Virginia and Will Be State’s First Black Woman in Congress

Jennifer McClellan, a veteran Democratic state senator, won a special election for Virginia’s Fourth Congressional District on Tuesday, according to The Associated Press, making her the first Black woman to represent the state in Congress.Ms. McClellan, 50, will fill the seat formerly held by Representative A. Donald McEachin, who died Nov. 28 of colorectal cancer. […]

(BPRW) CDC Foundation’s “Live to the Beat” Returns to Hip Hop Roots to Celebrate One Year Anniversary of Campaign to Combat Heart Disease in Black Adults | Press releases

(BPRW) CDC Foundation’s “Live to the Beat” Returns to Hip Hop Roots to Celebrate One Year Anniversary of Campaign to Combat Heart Disease in Black Adults New CDC data show the COVID-19 pandemic set Black adults 10 years back in reducing heart disease deaths (Black PR Wire) “Live to the Beat” hip hop-themed wellness event […]

(BPRW) Black Deported Veterans of America In Association With Excuse My Accent Hosts Black Out | Press releases

(Black PR Wire) The Black Deported Veterans of America (BDVA) and Excuse My Accent Productions join forces on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 to advocate and amplify the stories of Black Deported Veterans. Black Deported Veterans of America and Excuse My Accent Productions are proud to announce this collaboration to educate and bring awareness to the […]

(BPRW) New Data Study From Today’s Homeowner Exposes Black-White Homeownership Gap That is Wider Today Than During Civil Rights Era | Press releases

(BPRW) New Data Study From Today’s Homeowner Exposes Black-White Homeownership Gap That is Wider Today Than During Civil Rights Era As we celebrate Black History Month, Americans are reminded that there is still progress to be made towards Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of equality between races. One aspect where there remains significant room for […]

Kamala Harris Is Trying to Define Her Vice Presidency. Even Her Allies Are Tired of Waiting.

WASHINGTON — Kamala Harris was frustrated. The text of a speech she had been given to deliver in Chicago to the nation’s biggest teachers’ union was just another dreary, scripted talk that said little of any consequence.As Air Force Two made its way to the Midwest over the summer, the vice president told her staff […]

Leader Hakeem Jeffries Defying Kevin McCarthy

Hakeem Jeffries Challenges Kevin McCarthy on Intelligence Committee Appointments House Democratic Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) took on Speaker McCarthy by nominating Reps. Adam Schiff and Eric Swalwell to continue serving on the Intelligence Committee. Hakeem Jeffries Submit Committee Assignments Jeffries wrote to McCarthy: I write today to submit for renomination two eminently qualified legislators […]

Zambia: Remarks by Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen at Bilateral Meeting with the President of Zambia Hakainde Hichilema

Lusaka — As Prepared for DeliveryPresident Hichilema thank you for welcoming me to Lusaka today. It’s a pleasure to see you again following our meeting in Washington during the Africa Leaders Summit, and this time in your home country. The United States highly values our relationship with Zambia, and we seek to deepen our economic […]